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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: GiGi posted an update in the group Food Allergies Definitely have severe food allergies. I can hardly eat anything. I do not eat anything except meat/fish and vegetables… and even that still kills me but I have to […] ViewYa know…just looked at my protein shake and noticed it has stevia in it. I suppose because there is so much protein, it doesn’t seem to affect me. Yes, I hope I can eventually add it back in! I bet the ice cream is tasty
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: Julia posted an update in the group Food Allergies Hello! I am new to the program. I recently had labwork done at my functional medicine practitioner. I have several food allergies and it was overwhelming to […] ViewI love these suggestions. Thank you thank you! I am going to write some of those ideas out. I haven’t had spagetti squash in a couple years!
I bought “Vega” protein shake. It’s free of all allergens and it’s plant base. The vanilla chai taste so good. It’s has all the vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. Supposed to be good for blood …[Read more] -
Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: GiGi posted an update in the group Food Allergies Definitely have severe food allergies. I can hardly eat anything. I do not eat anything except meat/fish and vegetables… and even that still kills me but I have to […] ViewI use xylitol, stevia etc. for my kids. I used to enjoy it until I became insulin resistant. It’s possible that eventually once Ive given my body time to heal, I could reintroduce stevia. My brain reacts to it just like sugar at this point.
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Julia and
GiGi are now friends 10 months, 2 weeks ago -
Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: GiGi posted an update in the group Food Allergies Definitely have severe food allergies. I can hardly eat anything. I do not eat anything except meat/fish and vegetables… and even that still kills me but I have to […] ViewI am super sensitive to any kind of sugar in any form. Even stevia : (.
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Really? I fortunately can handle some sugar substitutes. I really love stevia and have been using it for 10 years… and my only real vice is aspartame because I chew a lot of sugar-free orbit gum… but that’s my only source of aspartame. I had a stupid oral fixation apparently. LOL!!! What is Xyilotol like for you?
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I use xylitol, stevia etc. for my kids. I used to enjoy it until I became insulin resistant. It’s possible that eventually once Ive given my body time to heal, I could reintroduce stevia. My brain reacts to it just like sugar at this point.
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Ugh, I’m sorry to hear this because honestly stevia has been my LIFE saver. If I didn’t have it, I would probably go nuts, lol. I do hope that you can reintroduce it at some point because they I could give you my ”ice cream” recipe – lol!
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Ya know…just looked at my protein shake and noticed it has stevia in it. I suppose because there is so much protein, it doesn’t seem to affect me. Yes, I hope I can eventually add it back in! I bet the ice cream is tasty
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: GiGi posted an update in the group Food Allergies Definitely have severe food allergies. I can hardly eat anything. I do not eat anything except meat/fish and vegetables… and even that still kills me but I have to […] ViewWow! Are you able to handle stevia and other natural sweeteners?
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: GiGi posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition I love nutrition. I find it extremely fascinating that food can truly influence your life! Because of this I have created my own comedic web series and blog about it!
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How fun! I love your website.
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: Julia posted an update in the group Food Allergies Hello! I am new to the program. I recently had labwork done at my functional medicine practitioner. I have several food allergies and it was overwhelming to […] ViewHello GiGi,
Thanks for replying. So far so good. I’m learning how to cook in a way that supports my body with its sensitivities. Thankfully, my family has enjoyed the recipies in the BSS book. Iits been a week now and my craving/withdrawal seem to be lessening.
I would love some ideas! Please send them my way. I’m having a hard…[Read more]-
I am glad to hear your withdrawals are subsiding a little bit. And I do hope that this new method of cooking and eating will help you!
What kind of protein shake did you buy? You should go for rice protein and/or hemp protein and/or pea protein – I never recommend WHEY to anyone… I can’t remember if Mark recommends it or not; I love how I…[Read more]-
I love these suggestions. Thank you thank you! I am going to write some of those ideas out. I haven’t had spagetti squash in a couple years!
I bought “Vega” protein shake. It’s free of all allergens and it’s plant base. The vanilla chai taste so good. It’s has all the vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. Supposed to be good for blood …[Read more]
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Julia posted an update in the group Food Allergies Hello! I am new to the program. I recently had labwork done at my functional medicine practitioner. I have several food allergies and it was overwhelming to […] ViewYes! I’m beginning to see that the planning is critical. I made some meals ahead from the BSS book on Sunday. I love that I have something to grab whenever I need it.
I took my pumpkin seeds with me today : )
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Julia posted an update in the group Recipes Hello, Any ideas for breakfast recipies that don’t include eggs? ViewThanks Margaret,
I did order the protein shake powder. I think that will help. I also bought some tofu. I can try that in the place of eggs. I’m learning! Good idea to try soups too.
Thank you!
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: TriciaNY posted an update FIRST SIX WEEKS COMPLETE!!!! I feel great. A few teeny slip ups here and there, but overall I stuck to plan. I feel consistently energetic and light, I lost 3 inches in my waist, I […] ViewThank you so much! Yes, I have the book. I enjoy hearing from others personal experience. I am looking forward to the road ahead. What struck me is the importance of outlook as well. You had “enthusiasm” and that helped you stay motivated. I need to think of this in terms of what health I’m adding to my life rather than thinking about all…[Read more]
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Julia, I like how you phrased, ”health I’m adding to my life…” The book also encourages you to find your motivation and connect to it, and maybe that’s what helped me feel enthusiastic from the beginning. My motivation was about feeling as vibrant as I could and being a healthy role model to my son. Thank you!
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: TriciaNY posted an update FIRST SIX WEEKS COMPLETE!!!! I feel great. A few teeny slip ups here and there, but overall I stuck to plan. I feel consistently energetic and light, I lost 3 inches in my waist, I […] ViewGreat! Any tips for how to get through the first couple weeks?
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Julia, for me I found that following the BSS to a T was the best way. Not sure if you had a chance to read the book, but there are actually a couple of weeks of prep. The first week is just about observing and journaling what you currently eat. The second week you start to let go of some things like white carbs, high glucose corn syrup, trans…[Read more]
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Thank you so much! Yes, I have the book. I enjoy hearing from others personal experience. I am looking forward to the road ahead. What struck me is the importance of outlook as well. You had “enthusiasm” and that helped you stay motivated. I need to think of this in terms of what health I’m adding to my life rather than thinking about all…[Read more]
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Julia, I like how you phrased, ”health I’m adding to my life…” The book also encourages you to find your motivation and connect to it, and maybe that’s what helped me feel enthusiastic from the beginning. My motivation was about feeling as vibrant as I could and being a healthy role model to my son. Thank you!
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Elaine Sweeney posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition The more I try to give up coffee the more I want to hang on to it. It seems it’s harder to stop than sugar and diet coke. Today is a new day I will try […] ViewI can relate to how hard it is to give up coffee. I go through withdrawal the first week. I tried it a year ago and felt great once I was over the initial hump. Eventually I went back to decaf…then half caff. Now as I’m starting this program, I’m feeling like I will miss the emotional components of coffee drinking. ; (
Hopefully, I will…[Read more]
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Julia and
Margaret Foster are now friends 10 months, 3 weeks ago -
Julia posted an update in the group
Recipes 10 months, 3 weeks agoHello,
Any ideas for breakfast recipies that don’t include eggs?
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Hi Julia, Anything you eat for lunch or dinner will work for breakfast. Protein shakes mentioned in the BSS book and soups would work.
Good luck, hopefully you can reset those genes and in the future tolerate some of the foods you will be giving up.
It sounds like you can follow the BSS basic plan while omitting eggs and nuts.
You would need to…[Read more]-
Thanks Margaret,
I did order the protein shake powder. I think that will help. I also bought some tofu. I can try that in the place of eggs. I’m learning! Good idea to try soups too.
Thank you!
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Margaret Foster posted an update in the group Recipes Hi, I think it is time to repost the blueberry muffin recipe. This makes a great snack and fulfills the desire for ’baked goods’ you can use other frozen […] ViewThanks for that. My kids will like that too!
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Julia posted a new activity comment 10 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: Margaret Foster posted an update Hi there, I had a thought about what is holding some people back, while ‘trying’ to get on board with the BSS plan. Some of us might be able to use a more humble approach to this […] ViewHello Margaret,
Yes, listening to our bodies is huge! That is how I discovered I had a sensitivity to sugar a couple years back. I couldn’t explain it in medical terms at the time. I just knew that sugar made me feel very strange and that I only wanted more when I ate it. I couldn’t be normal with it, no matter now hard I tried. Fast…[Read more]
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Hi Julia,
I have been insulin resistant for most of my adult life. It was not recognized 40 years ago, but I did have severe low blood sugar problems that were diagnosed. The good news is that things have improved more me since following the BSS plan for 15 weeks. I think some of my genes must have ‘reset’ themselves as Dr Hyman talks about. I…[Read more]
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Julia posted an update in the group
Food Allergies 10 months, 3 weeks agoHello! I am new to the program. I recently had labwork done at my functional medicine practitioner. I have several food allergies and it was overwhelming to hear at first. Gluten, dairy, yeast, nuts, and sadly eggs!
My doctor told me to avoid these foods to help heal the I allergies, insulin resistance and adrenal fatigue. However, he…[Read more]
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Julia, buy the Blood Sugar Solution book. The program is already Gluten and Dairy free, and I think you’ll find plenty of options to be able to live without the other foods you need to avoid. Best to you.
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Hi Julia, i wanted to add that going at your own pace is very important to success on the BSS plan. Planning ahead is crucial for anyone eating a restricted diet. Don’t leave home without something you can eat, because it can be difficult to find acceptable meals on the spur of the moment,
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Yes! I’m beginning to see that the planning is critical. I made some meals ahead from the BSS book on Sunday. I love that I have something to grab whenever I need it.
I took my pumpkin seeds with me today : )
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Hey Julia, how are you doing? I live without Dairy, Gluten & Yeast and it’s actually quite simple. Eggs is a sad thing to be allergic to but there are ways around it. Fish is delicious and can be eaten at any time of the day and is also a super food!
You just need to get creative. If you want some ideas, let me know! …[Read more]-
Hello GiGi,
Thanks for replying. So far so good. I’m learning how to cook in a way that supports my body with its sensitivities. Thankfully, my family has enjoyed the recipies in the BSS book. Iits been a week now and my craving/withdrawal seem to be lessening.
I would love some ideas! Please send them my way. I’m having a hard…[Read more]-
I am glad to hear your withdrawals are subsiding a little bit. And I do hope that this new method of cooking and eating will help you!
What kind of protein shake did you buy? You should go for rice protein and/or hemp protein and/or pea protein – I never recommend WHEY to anyone… I can’t remember if Mark recommends it or not; I love how I…[Read more]-
I love these suggestions. Thank you thank you! I am going to write some of those ideas out. I haven’t had spagetti squash in a couple years!
I bought “Vega” protein shake. It’s free of all allergens and it’s plant base. The vanilla chai taste so good. It’s has all the vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. Supposed to be good for blood …[Read more]
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Ugh, I’m sorry to hear this because honestly stevia has been my LIFE saver. If I didn’t have it, I would probably go nuts, lol. I do hope that you can reintroduce it at some point because they I could give you my ”ice cream” recipe – lol!
Ya know…just looked at my protein shake and noticed it has stevia in it. I suppose because there is so much protein, it doesn’t seem to affect me. Yes, I hope I can eventually add it back in! I bet the ice cream is tasty